as in structure
the arrangement of parts that gives something its basic form
the framing of the debate will consist of a predetermined order of turns and follow-up comments
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as in producing
to bring into being by combining, shaping, or transforming materials
framed a unique coffee table from an old, discarded chest of drawers
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as in negotiating
to plan out usually with subtle skill or care
a composer framing the structure of a song
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as in preparing
to put (something) into proper and usually carefully worked out written form
you'll need to frame your argument well if you're going to win the debate
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as in planning
to work out the details of (something) in advance
framed a schedule for the project
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as in bordering
to serve as a border for
trees framed the walkway
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Recent Examples of framing
Prodromos Yannas, Encyclopedia Britannica, 14 May 2026
In practice, the contemporary insurgency has expanded well beyond its tribal base, and Baloch militant groups have invested heavily in strategic communications that directly challenge the Pakistani state’s framing.
—Amira Jadoon, The Conversation, 13 May 2026
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 18 May 2026
Larson is already framing the battle as a fighter with a background in public schools and public housing versus an Ivy League graduate and Rhodes Scholar who grew up in Greenwich – one of the richest towns in the nation.
—Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 12 May 2026
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Noun
In producing scientific news stories, science journalists engage in framing, choosing what to emphasize, and/or downplay in the coverage of an issue or how to arrange and present the story to the public.
—Prodromos Yannas, Encyclopedia Britannica, 14 May 2026
In practice, the contemporary insurgency has expanded well beyond its tribal base, and Baloch militant groups have invested heavily in strategic communications that directly challenge the Pakistani state’s framing.
—Amira Jadoon, The Conversation, 13 May 2026
Verb
Beginning in the late 20th century, nutrition advocacy groups pushed chains to drop animal fats in favor of vegetable oils, framing the change as a public health win.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 18 May 2026
Larson is already framing the battle as a fighter with a background in public schools and public housing versus an Ivy League graduate and Rhodes Scholar who grew up in Greenwich – one of the richest towns in the nation.
—Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 12 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for framing
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The object no longer belongs to its origin or to its own agency, but to the structures that contain it.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
19 May 2026
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The fire has burned two historic structures on the island, which is home to rare plant species like the Torrey pine.—
Paris Barraza,
USA Today,
19 May 2026
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Among his earliest campaign donors, according to city filings, is top unscripted producer Jeff Jenkins, known for producing The Simple Life as well as Keeping Up with the Kardashians and its offshoots.—
Gary Baum,
HollywoodReporter,
15 May 2026
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The retailer is known for producing high-end bedding with low-end prices, most of which are thoughtfully designed and ethically sourced.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 May 2026
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My experience includes negotiating SB 54 on plastic pollution and writing Proposition 4, which voters approved by a 20% margin to fund clean water, wildfire prevention and climate resilience projects.—
Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial Boards,
Mercury News,
15 May 2026
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Some are negotiating compressed workweeks to reduce commuting days.—
ByBryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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Beyond the longstanding economic embargo and an oil blockade that has pushed the island’s energy crisis to its limits, the United States is preparing an indictment against former President Raúl Castro, according to sources.—
Gonzalo Zegarra,
CNN Money,
18 May 2026
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All rights reserved SpaceX is preparing for the next major test of its Starship launch system, with liftoff targeted for Tuesday evening from the company’s Starbase facility in South Texas.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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Many four-year colleges have been planning for such a transition for years.—
Jay Caspian Kang,
New Yorker,
19 May 2026
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Too bad then that the man holding a debt over his head (Jonathan Coyne) is actually planning on offing him in his last match.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
19 May 2026
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In Tabatinga, a Brazilian city bordering Colombia and Peru, gang wars between Comando Vermelho and rivals backed by Primeiro Comando da Capital pushed homicide rates as high as 80 killings per 100,000 residents between 2020 and 2023.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
13 May 2026
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Her two bodyguards were not with her when the incident took place, according to police in Machala, which is the capital of El Oro province bordering Peru.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
13 May 2026
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Florida should reject any framework that treats them as such.—
Kimberly Bird,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 May 2026
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That framework, Yeon says, distinguishes Korean commercial cinema from other markets.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
16 May 2026
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The Rams were mentioned with a Colorado Avalanche logo making fun of their GM wearing an Avalanche jersey in the NFL Draft room.—
Jon Root OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
16 May 2026
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Segovia said that Texas should focus on making healthcare more accessible to those who struggle to afford it, rather than targeting care for the less than 1% of Texans who are trans.—
Jo Yurcaba,
NBC news,
16 May 2026
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“Framing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/framing. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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